Macau Pork Chop Buns

pork chop

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken breast is leaner, while pork shoulder is more economical.

buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain offers more fiber, while white bread is often less expensive.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: avocado spread

💰Cheaper: yogurt

Avocado provides healthy fats, while yogurt is a cost-effective alternative.

pickled vegetables

🥗Healthier: fresh vegetables

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Fresh vegetables are lighter, while cabbage is inexpensive and crunchy.

Marinate pork chops with soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sugar, and black pepper for at least 30 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the marinated pork chops until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.

Remove the pork chops and let them rest briefly.

Slice the buns open and toast them lightly in the same skillet until golden.

Spread mayonnaise on the inside of each bun.

Place a layer of lettuce on the bottom half of each bun.

Add the fried pork chop on top of the lettuce.

Top with pickled vegetables, scallions, and a drizzle of chili sauce.

Close the buns and serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

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